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Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband Brandon Blackstock died this week, but he is also related to another music royal: Reba McEntire.Blackstock's family confirmed the death in a statement to USA TODAY on Thursday, Aug. 7."It is with great sadness that we share the news that Brandon Blackstock has passed away," the statement read.

Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband Brandon Blackson was Reba McEntire's stepson: 'He's my total'

Ward was arrested in June and charged with felony assaultFox News Flash top sports headlines for August 8Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com.NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles!Houston Texans safety Jimmie Ward is behind bars again after he reportedly violated a condition of his $30,000 bond, which stems from his felony assault arrest in June.

Texans' Jimmie Ward behind bars for second time in months due to bail violation

Gold prices fell from a record high Friday after the White House said it will clarify "misinformation" about the precious metal facing tariffs."The White House intends to issue an executive order in the near future clarifying misinformation about the tariffing of gold bars and other specialty products," a White House official told CNBC.

Gold futures trade off highs as White House to issue clarification on bullion tariffs

NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — A bus carrying mourners back home from a funeral in southwestern Kenya overturned and plunged into a ditch on Friday evening, killing at least 25 people and injuring several others, authorities said.The bus was travelling from the western town of Kakamega to the city of Kisumu, where the accident happened.

A bus carrying mourners from a funeral overturns in Kenya, killing 25 people

"Freakier Friday" is in theaters now!The highly anticipated sequel to the beloved 2003 film arrived Friday, with Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis reprising their roles as Anna and Tess Coleman, respectively.Chad Michael Murray returns in the sequel as Jake, Anna's boyfriend from the first film, Ryan Malgarinireturns as Anna's brother Harry, and Mark Harmon returns as Tess' husband Ryan.

'Freakier Friday' hits theaters: Watch a special clip

When a 13-year-old boy began complaining to his mom about shoulder pain, she initially assumed it was "growing pain."However, when his condition then worsened, an X-ray put them on the path to a devastating diagnosis.Ashley Williams, from Mayfield, Kentucky, told Newsweek that her son Dakarai began to complain about his shoulder in January 2024.

13-Year-Old Complained of 'Shoulder Pain', Then Came Devastating Diagnosis

It's a late-night crossover few saw coming.Conservative comedian Greg Gutfeld made his debut appearance on "The Tonight Show" with Jimmy Fallon Thursday, Aug. 7, creating a rare connection between the largely conservative voices at Fox and a late-night show that doesn't mince words on Trump.

Greg Gutfeld swings by Jimmy Fallon's 'Tonight Show' in major late night crossover

Infections with Vibrio vulnificus are still rare but "this is certainly not normal," an expert in water diseases at the University of Florida said.Deaths from “flesh-eating” bacteria are on the rise across the southeastern coasts of the U.S. At least five people in Florida, four in Louisiana and one in the Outer Banks have died this year from infections that can cause necrotizing wounds.

‘Not normal:' Deaths from flesh-eating bacteria are on the rise in parts of the U.S.

ATLANTA — Detroit safety Morice Norris was attended to for about 20 minutes and taken off the field in an ambulance during the Lions’ preseason game Friday night against Atlanta, with the game ending with 6:31 to go after the players let the clock run.Norris was hurt with 14:50 to go trying to tackle Nathan Carter.

Lions-Falcons preseason game ends early after serious injury to Detroit's Morice Norris

WASHINGTON (AP) — The man who oversees the nation's military reposted a video about a Christian nationalist church that included various pastors saying women should no longer be allowed to vote.The extraordinary repost on X from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, made Thursday night, illustrates his deep and personal connection to a Christian nationalist pastor with extreme views on the role of religion and women.

Hegseth reposts video on X of pastors saying women shouldn’t be allowed to vote

The leaders of New Zealand and Australia on Saturday discussed closer cooperation between they their expanding militaries against the backdrop of a recent extraordinary Chinese live-fire exercise near their shores.New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon hosted his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese at the tourist city of Queenstown for their second annual bilateral leaders’ meeting.

New Zealand and Australia seek closer military ties following Chinese live-fire naval exercise

Less than three years after OpenAI kicked off the generative AI boom with the launch of its ChatGPT chatbot, the company has struggled to remain the undisputed pacesetter amid a growing field of rivals developing advanced LLM models.On Thursday, OpenAI took a major step in its effort to reassert its leadership with the launch of GPT-5, the long-awaited update to its flagship AI product and its most powerful and fastest model yet.

OpenAI launches GPT-5, its most powerful AI yet

Is God Is is an upcoming film in the dark comedy genre, and it's directed by Aleshea Harris. She is adapting it from her namesake play that had won the Relentless Award from the American Playwriting Foundation. Its official synopsis, as per Letterboxd, isTwin sisters with disfiguring burn scars are ordered by their bedridden mother to kill their abusive father who caused their scars.

Is God Is, the feature debut by Aleshea Harris, scores prime May 2026 release with star-studded cast

Baby oil and Astroglide were a big part of the government's case against Sean "Diddy" Combs ... but his lawyer used federal prosecutors' obsession with Diddy's personal lubricants against them ... and he tells us the moment he knew the jury was buying what he was selling.

Diddy's Lawyer Marc Agnifilo Says He Used Baby Oil to Diminish Prosecution

AN Iranian woman is facing execution after allegedly killing 11 elderly husbands over 22 years in a chilling bid to inherit their wealth.Kulthum Akbari, 56, admitted to a serial murder spree that went undetected for more than two decades.Prosecutors claim she used diabetes drugs, sedatives, and in some cases, industrial alcohol to fatally poison her spouses.

‘Black widow’ killer 56, who fatally poisoned 11 husbands over two decades for inheritance faces execution

By Antonio María Delgado, Miami HeraldThe U.S. government has announced an unprecedented $50 million reward for information leading to the arrest of Venezuelan ruler Nicolás Maduro, accusing him of heading one of the world’s most dangerous narco-trafficking networks.The reward, which doubles the previous offer, was revealed in a video posted on social media Thursday by U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, who said the Maduro regime has become a direct threat to U.S. national security.

US offers $50 million for Maduro’s arrest, calling him a top narco-trafficker

Shedeur Sanders made his Cleveland Browns debut on Friday night in a commanding performance against the Carolina Panthers - finally letting his play do the talkingShedeur Sanders made his much-anticipated debut for the Cleveland Browns on Friday night, aiming to put his dramatic NFL Draft slide behind him and do his talking on the field.

Dawn Staley and LeBron James make their feelings clear on Shedeur Sanders' first Browns game

Jess Walton, who plays Jill on The Young and the Restless, has never "phoned in" a performance. Well, figuratively, that is. Technically, she used a cell phone this week to appear on the show, but that didn't detract from her performance.

The Young and the Restless Performer of the Week: Jess Walton as Jill Abbott

HOME Depot shoppers are slamming the retail giant with claims they are secretly scanning their faces at self-checkout kiosks.The company's use of facial recognition technology has sparked outrage and a new lawsuit over what some are calling a blatant violation of privacy rights.The claims center on stores in Illinois, where a customer says he was tracked without his knowledge or consent.

Home Depot’s self-checkout move is blasted as ‘illegal’ by shoppers who say it’s a question of consent

Donald Trump's support from white evangelicals and other conservative Christians is as strong as ever. And he's increasingly infusing his campaign events with Christian rhetoric and imagery.I’m deeply shocked and fatigued by the excesses of the Trump regime, and especially by the fact that evangelicals, and their churches and organizations, are deeply complicit with all the harm being done.

LETTER: Evangelicals are now running the country

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ATLANTA (AP) — A man opened fire outside the headquarters of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta on Friday, leaving bullet marks in windows across the sprawling campus and killing a police officer before he was found dead in a nearby building, authorities said.

Suspected gunman and police officer dead in shooting near the CDC and Emory University, police say

Washington —President Donald Trump recently nominated one of his economic advisers to the Federal Reserve’s top ranks, but his next choice will be far more consequential. Plans for picking the next Fed chair are already taking shape.Trump on Thursday nominated White House economist Stephen Miran to temporarily fill a vacant seat on the Fed’s Board of Governors, though he still needs to be confirmed by the Senate.

Trump made his MAGA Fed pick. His next choice will be far more consequential

Texas Democrats packed their bags and made arrangements to be out of the state for weeks. Some are missing big events, like their kid's first day of school.A child starting kindergarten is a milestone most American families wouldn't dare miss, but it's one John Bucy will be absent from this month when one of his daughters takes a first step in her education.

'Pack a toothbrush. Pack hair spray.' How the Texas Democrats are living on the run

WASHINGTON (AP) — Around 2 a.m., noisy revelers emerging from clubs and bars packed the sidewalks of U Street in Washington, many of them seeking a late-night slice or falafel. A robust but not unusual contingent of city police cruisers lingered around the edges of the crowds.

As federal takeover threats loom, the city of Washington waits for the White House to make its move

Unlock the latest Cleveland Browns news — direct to your inbox.Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders impressed in his NFL debut Friday night but still felt the need to apologize after the game.Sanders completed 14 of 23 passes for 138 yards and two touchdowns. While not flawless, he was sharp, making plays with his legs and delivering precision strikes on both scoring throws.

Browns’ Shedeur Sanders Apologizes After Breakout Debut

Jim Lovell, the astronaut played by Tom Hanks in Apollo 13, died Thursday at the age of 97. Lovell led the crew on the Apollo 13 mission, which became famous as the most “successful failure” in aerospace history. “We are enormously proud of his amazing life and career accomplishments, highlighted by his legendary leadership in pioneering human space flight,” his family said in a statement.

Tom Hanks Pays Tribute to Apollo 13 Astronaut Jim Lovell

Anti-Trump late-night host discussed cancel culture on left with Sarah SilvermanJimmy Kimmel admits 'repulsive' voices on the left are driving voters awayLate-night host Jimmy Kimmel, an outspoken liberal himself, blasted the loud, unwelcoming voices on the left who scare people away on "The Sarah Silverman Podcast."

Jimmy Kimmel admits 'repulsive' liberal scolds are driving people away from the Democratic Party

What propeller?Car logos are often claimed to contain secret messages. From the alleged letters in the Toyota logo to the true meaning of the Audi rings, there are plenty of design theories out there. But one persistent claim that probably isn't true is that the BMW logo depicts a propeller.

People are only just realising the true meaning of the BMW logo

When Bosnia’s electoral authorities stripped Milorad Dodik of his post as president of the tiny Serb-majority statelet Republika Srpska, he did his best to appear unfazed. Instead, the divisive, genocide-denying nationalist laid down his own challenge to the institutions trying to topple him.“What if I refuse?” he asked.

In a tiny European statelet, a Putin ally is running out of road

A video of a cruise passenger spotting someone's nightmare scenario—dropping a phone on the very edge of a ship at sea—unfolding aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise has gone viral on TikTok.The moment of the drop was witnessed by Abby Morris, a 24-year-old personal care assistant based in Michigan who is applying for medical school.

Horror at What Cruise Passenger Spots From Deck: 'My Biggest Fear'

JACKSON, MI – A downtown Jackson brewery is getting state money to expand its beer garden in an effort to enhance the downtown area and improve event capabilities.Ogma Brewing Co. has been awarded a $25,000 grant from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s Match on Main program, with the help of the Jackson Downtown Development Authority.

Ogma Brewing Co. receives $25K state grant to expand Jackson beer garden

The controversial $8bn deal was finalized this week and while details are scarce, the future is set to look very different for one of the biggest Hollywood studiosThe merger between Paramount and Skydance has finally been completed, with various roadblocks (including Stephen Colbert, apparently, as well as the related 60 Minutes settlement/bribery) cleared from the path of a new entity called Paramount, A Skydance Corporation.